Cost of Living in Mars Hill, ME

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11%
Overall NAT. AVG.
3%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
46%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Mars Hill Maine National
Cost of living89100100
Groceries103103100
Health care101101100
Housing5491100
Transportation105103100
Utilities110108100
Lifestyle & Entertainment104103100
Household Items103103100
Education & Childcare104106100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Mars Hill is 11% lower than the Maine average
  • The cost of living in Mars Hill is 11% lower than the national average
  • Mars Hill housing is 46% lower than the national average
  • Maine general sales tax is 8% higher than the national average
  • Maine state income tax is 123% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$76,719$6,393$1,790$2,302
      Renters$55,240$4,603$1,289$1,657

      Maine Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Maine 5.5% 5.5%

      Maine Income Tax

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      Maine 5.8% 7.15%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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